7 Wedding Day Curve Balls (& How to Deal with Them)

Wedding emergencies. Even the best-planned wedding day can be hit with a series of fast pitches and curve balls that can throw even the most flexible bride and groom for a loop. We’ve seen it happen; that’s why we’ve put together a list of the most common wedding emergencies, what you can do about it, and how you can prepare so you’re not struck out by a wedding emergency.

Rain

Our Wisconsin weather is notoriously unpredictable; plan for the unexpected! Never plan an outdoor wedding without a plan B. If you want an outdoor ceremony, search for the ideal outdoor site while also looking for a wedding reception hall with space for the ceremony (just in case!). Be prepared for the possibility of soggy weather (you’ll need these rainy day wedding tips). Communicate with your venue and vendors accordingly so you can still have a beautiful wedding day even when the weather takes a turn for the worst.

Too Hot

Hot weather can put a real damper on a summer wedding. If your wedding day is anytime during late spring or summer, look for a wedding venue with traditional details and modern air conditioning. For events like photos or an outdoor ceremony, provide fans and cool drinks to cool your attendants and guests down. Schedule those events accordingly so they are not during the hottest times of the day (trust us, your guests and attendants appreciate the schedule!).

Dress ripped or stained

A guest steps on a wedding dress. A guest spills their drink all over a beautiful wedding gown. It happens, and it can be fixed. Pack a sewing kit (with Velcro for ripped straps!) and tape for fixing dresses that get stepped on or rip. For stains, pack a stain shot and cloth for cleaning off any spills.

Not feeling well

Keep a first aid kit and medications on hand so you (and your wedding party) feel your best on your wedding day. Think ibuprofen for headaches and antacids for a sour stomach. Snacks for when you realize you haven’t ate in the last four hours. Bandages, tweezers and ice packs in a first aid kit for illnesses or injuries (they do happen!).

Bad Hair Day

Even with a ton of bobby pins and hair spray, the most elegant wedding hair do’s can fall or get messed up. Make sure you get the best photos ALL day by adding extra bobby pins, hair spray, hair dryer, and clips to your emergency kit.

Smeared Make-Up

Don’t start the wedding day looking like a princess and end the day looking like a horror show. Pack extra make-up and ask a trusted friend to do touch-up throughout the day (especially before and after photos).